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UK–Taiwan Celebrate 20 Years of Renewable Energy Partnership; Advancing Toward a Net-Zero Future
Apr. 09 2026
UK–Taiwan Celebrate 20 Years of Renewable Energy Partnership; Advancing Toward a Net-Zero Future
The British Office Taipei and Taiwan's Energy Administration under the Ministry of Economic Affairs jointly hosted the "UK–Taiwan 20th Anniversary Renewable Energy Gala Dinner" on April 1, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Taipei. The event brought together senior government officials and industry representatives from both sides. UK Trade Envoy to Taiwan, Lord Faulkner of Worcester, and Director-General Chuang Ming-chi attended the event, marking two decades of close collaboration and celebrating the remarkable evolution of offshore wind energy from early-stage planning to a mature industry.
Taiwan Launches Round 3 Offshore Wind Zonal Development Auction Mechanism with 3.6GW Capacity Target
Mar. 31 2026
Taiwan Launches Round 3 Offshore Wind Zonal Development Auction Mechanism with 3.6GW Capacity Target
On the 27th, the MOEA announced the "Directions for Allocating Installed Capacity of Offshore Wind Potential Zones" guidelines for offshore wind zonal development Round 3, following 2 briefing sessions and 3 stakeholder consultation meetings. The application process will commence on April 1, 2026, with a six-month preparation period provided to developers. Submissions will close on September 30, and the selection results are scheduled to be announced before the end of the year.
AI-driven Fossil Power Growth for Taiwan Semiconductors Risks 90 lives, Half a Billion USD in Economic Losses by 2030
Mar. 25 2026
AI-driven Fossil Power Growth for Taiwan Semiconductors Risks 90 lives, Half a Billion USD in Economic Losses by 2030
A joint report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) and Greenpeace estimates that continued reliance on fossil-based electricity could result in approximately 90 premature deaths, 19,000 work absences, and 277 cases of childhood asthma, alongside economic losses of up to USD 500 million by 2030.
Formosa 2 Achieves Landmark Refinancing, Setting Multiple Milestones for Taiwan and APAC Offshore Wind
Mar. 25 2026
Formosa 2 Achieves Landmark Refinancing, Setting Multiple Milestones for Taiwan and APAC Offshore Wind
Formosa 2 Offshore Wind Farm (Formosa 2) on 23rd announced the successful completion of its refinancing, securing approximately NT$58.9 billion. This transaction marks the first completed offshore wind refinancing in both Taiwan and the Asia-Pacific region. The deal received an enthusiastic response from the financial market, achieving more than two times oversubscription and setting a new benchmark in Taiwan's offshore wind financing history.
South Korea Introduces Government-Led Offshore Wind Zoning System to Streamline Development
Mar. 24 2026
South Korea Introduces Government-Led Offshore Wind Zoning System to Streamline Development
The South Korean government is set to overhaul its offshore wind power development framework by introducing a planned site designation system, under which suitable locations will be identified in advance by the state. In parallel, a pan-governmental integrated body will handle permitting procedures in a streamlined manner, replacing the fragmented approval process previously led by private developers.
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Stonepeak Buys into 957 MW Ørsted Portfolio
Mar. 13 2024
Stonepeak Buys into 957 MW Ørsted Portfolio
Ørsted is selling equity stakes in four onshore wind farms totalling 957MW in the US to investment firm Stonepeak for $300 million, and plans to recycle the proceeds of the sales into other projects. Stonepeak is set to receive 80% of the cash distributions associated with the four projects. Ørsted will continue to operate the portfolio.
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Fluence's Taiwan Subsidiary Accelerates Commitment to Taiwan's Energy Transition
Mar. 12 2024
Fluence's Taiwan Subsidiary Accelerates Commitment to Taiwan's Energy Transition
Fluence announced today (12) the official establishment of its subsidiary, Fluence Energy Taiwan Ltd., at the Grand Hyatt Taipei, along with the "Advanced Energy Storage Technology Seminar". The opening ceremony attracted attention from various sectors, including government representatives, technology developers, and engineering contractors, with over a hundred attendees. Notable figures such as Yu-Quan Hsia, Deputy Section Chief of Energy Administration MOEA, Chin-Chung Wu, Taipower Vice President, and Betsy Shieh, Commercial Chief, AIT, delivered speeches during the ceremony.
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Japanese Cabinet Passes Amendment to Expand Offshore Wind Capability into EEZ
Mar. 12 2024
Japanese Cabinet Passes Amendment to Expand Offshore Wind Capability into EEZ
The Japanese Cabinet held a press conference today (12) and passed an amendment to "The Act on Promoting the Utilization of Sea Areas," expanding the area for setting up offshore wind to the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Leveraging Japan's advantage of being surrounded by seas, the aim is to expand suitable regions for renewable energy and achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
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WEA 2024 Opens in Kaohsiung: Spotlight on Innovative Solutions for Wind Farm O&M
Mar. 11 2024
WEA 2024 Opens in Kaohsiung: Spotlight on Innovative Solutions for Wind Farm O&M
The "WEA 2024" grand opening took place at the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center on March 6. It focused on market opportunities for innovative solutions in wind farm operations and maintenance. Michael Tu, President of the organizer, Interplan Group, inaugurated the opening ceremony.
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OMNI Features｜U.S. solar power generation forecast to grow 75% through 2025．Over £1 Billion Budget for UK Renewable Energy Auction．Keel Laid for Cadeler's 20 MW WTIV Wind Maker
Mar. 11 2024
OMNI Features｜U.S. solar power generation forecast to grow 75% through 2025．Over £1 Billion Budget for UK Renewable Energy Auction．Keel Laid for Cadeler's 20 MW WTIV Wind Maker
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) released projections for solar and wind energy growth in its recent Short Term Energy Outlook report. EIA expects solar generation to grow 75% from 2023 to 2025.
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S.Korean Youth Climate Organizations Calls for the 21st National Assembly to Pass the Special Act of Wind Power
Mar. 11 2024
S.Korean Youth Climate Organizations Calls for the 21st National Assembly to Pass the Special Act of Wind Power
The South Korean climate and youth organizations urged last week that the 21st National Assembly pass the " Special Act for Promotion of Wind Power Distribution " before the end of its term to demonstrate willingness to address the climate crisis.
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OMNI Features｜NZ Successfully Launches MethaneSAT Research Satellite．Paris Recycles Plastic to Create 11,000 Stadium Seats for Green Olympics．TARI Promotes Straw Pulp Technology to Develop Eco-friendly Cushioning Packaging
Mar. 08 2024
OMNI Features｜NZ Successfully Launches MethaneSAT Research Satellite．Paris Recycles Plastic to Create 11,000 Stadium Seats for Green Olympics．TARI Promotes Straw Pulp Technology to Develop Eco-friendly Cushioning Packaging
New Zealand's Ministry of Space and Ministry of Climate Change recently jointly announced the successful launch of the MethaneSAT satellite, marking a significant milestone in NZ's space endeavors. The primary function of the MethaneSAT satellite is methane detection, which is expected to contribute to climate change mitigation efforts. Led by the Environmental Defense Fund in the United States, the project sees New Zealand managing the satellite mission control center and participating in atmospheric science programs to research global agricultural greenhouse gas emissions.
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ROC Deepens Campus Engagement: Hosting 2nd Lectures at NCKU to Share Energy Industry Insights
Mar. 08 2024
ROC Deepens Campus Engagement: Hosting 2nd Lectures at NCKU to Share Energy Industry Insights
The ROC (Renewables On Campus) campus tour organized by EnergyOMNI continues its momentum, with the second event held on March 5th at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU). Focused on "A Brief Discussion on Carbon Issues and the Development of Renewable Energy" and "Offshore Wind Practice in Taiwan," the session featured guest speakers Scott Hsu, Country Director Taiwan & Philippines at K2 Management, and James Wu, Founder of Maximus Consulting, who shared their professional experiences in the renewable energy sector to encourage students to pursue careers in the green energy field.
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OMNI Features｜Floating Wind Specialist Establishing Venture Unveils Plan to Scale-up Foundation Manufacturing．GE Board of Directors Approves Spin-Off of GE Vernova & Begin Trading on NYSE on April 2．New York Sues JBS USA for Allegedly Misleading Climate Promises
Mar. 08 2024
OMNI Features｜Floating Wind Specialist Establishing Venture Unveils Plan to Scale-up Foundation Manufacturing．GE Board of Directors Approves Spin-Off of GE Vernova & Begin Trading on NYSE on April 2．New York Sues JBS USA for Allegedly Misleading Climate Promises
Norwegian floating wind company Odfjell Oceanwind and automation specialist Prodtex have established a joint venture called Windsteel Technologies. Led by former CEO Corvus Energy and industry veteran Geir Bjørkeli, the venture aims to construct low-cost, high-capacity manufacturing facilities for foundations used in floating wind turbines.
